30PlusStyle: Cutting It Short

I can totally count on one hand how many pairs of shorts I own ;) Because my thighs are generously sized and or proportioned, (LOL!) I tend to feel somewhat self-conscious in shorts. Do you feel the same way? Well today's post is especially for you! We aim to prove that yes, "We" can wear shorts! ;)

I wore this look for an evening out with my husband. Honestly, after looking at the pictures, I realize that I ought to wear this pair of shorts more often! Yet another benefit of style blogging: You get to see/know yourself through the "lens". Sometimes you realize that things actually look better than you initially imagined ;) If you feel apprehensive about wearing certain pieces, take for example shorts, try styling your look at home and then photographing yourself. You may discover as did I, that you have no reason to be apprehensive!

On this particular evening it was scorching HOT, not solely because of the temperatures, but as a result of unnecessary humidity. By the way, when is more than 10% humidity trulynecessary?! LOL- I'm just wondering...

This blouse is silk, and therefore does not breathe well. I was HOT! My husband offered up his baseball hat (we represent Detroit wherever we go!) and I was so appreciative of the slight cooling effect that resulted after I put it on.

The fabric and color of this pair of shorts reminds me of a linen/burlap blend. Paired along with an orange vintage blouse (which was a tad too hot for the weather that day), stilettos, and a vintage cocktail bag - I was ready for a good time!